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Believe it or not there is still life in this middle-aged body of mine. I refuse to let a number dictate how I feel and what may or may not be appropriate behavior. Sure there are times when my body feels like it's ninety years old, like when I first get up in the morning and my feet hurt as soon as they touch the floor, but the pain is quickly forgotten when my dogs remind me it's time for breakfast. How can I do anything but laugh as I watch my pug spin his way across the kitchen to get to his food? You know what they say about laughter, it's the best medicine and you don't have to worry about choking on a pill!

Speaking of pills, I now find myself having to take three medications every day. In the big picture that isn't a lot but for someone that despises having to swallow pills it's not much fun. I cringe when it's time for the next round of blood tests for fear I will be put on yet another pill. Although I hate to take these pills, they are keeping me in good health so I gratefully accept them as part of my routine.

Let's talk about having fun now. One of my greatest experiences was the birth of my first grandchild. I love everything about him and he is great fun to be around. He was born with a full head of dark brown hair and blue eyes, which makes him quite adorable. When he cries he make a snorting sound, which always makes me smile. I also still enjoy going to see my favorite group in concert and standing for the duration while I sing along and scream. When my daughter was a teenager, we became interested in the same musical group and enjoyed going to concerts together. In my heart I will always be the world's oldest teenager, even if I am a grandmother.

The only part of becoming a grandmother that bothers me is the name, Grandma. When I picture Grandma, she is a white haired, elderly, comfy, cushiony, soft spoken, large busted, woman in an apron with a bun in her hair. I am none of the above in fact I pride myself on the truth that only my hairdresser knows for sure what my hair color is.

My body isn't perfect, my skin has some wrinkles, but my spirit is joyful and energetic.
I try not to think that I'm in the middle of my life because that means the end is in sight.
With age comes knowledge and I have learned not to sweat the small stuff. My husband has come up with the perfect quote to live by whatever your age-"It's all part of the adventure." This quote has become my motto as I look forward to the next chapter of my life.

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